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16 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of South Merstham · updated daily · Reigate and Banstead Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 16 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Planning in South Merstham

Approved
86%
121 of 133 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of South Merstham in the last 24 months, from Reigate and Banstead Borough Council's planning register.

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Around South Merstham

Postcode districts

RH1 528 applications in the last 12 monthsRH9 86 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Reigate and Banstead Borough Council

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About South Merstham

South Merstham is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Merstham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes South Merstham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around South Merstham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Merstham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near South Merstham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 172 planning applications were submitted near South Merstham. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (45), discharge of conditions (37), outline applications (19). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Merstham?
In the last 24 months, 172 planning applications were submitted near South Merstham. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Merstham?
The average planning decision time near South Merstham is 70 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near South Merstham?
The planning approval rate near South Merstham is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Merstham?
The most common type of planning application near South Merstham is full planning applications, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Merstham?
You can search and track planning applications near South Merstham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.